Buffalo (Minn.) Post 270 to host "History of the American Flag" presentation

Buffalo, MN

This Patriotic Journey flag presentation has on display 12 rare and unique flags representing 242 years of American flag history, including Revolutionary War, Civil War and modern-day flags.

Included are intriguing, often little-known details about the evolution of the American flag design, canton and field element descriptions; background stories; origin of our national anthem; summary of rare locations where the flag has been flown; and a tribute to veterans. An expressive dedication entitled 'I Am The Flag' is read at the conclusion of the speech.

The 'History of the American Flag' presentation is 30 minutes in length. The presenter is former West Point Instructor and Army officer Richard Middleton. There will be a 15-minute Q&A afterward.

You don't want to miss this historical and moving presentation!


HIstory of the American Flag
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